The Rev. Chris Hope

"AI won't take your job. A person skilled at using it will."

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My Story

"When I became a father, the future stopped being theoretical."

From Ministry to The Loop Lab to Boston University, my journey has been about bridging the gap between innovation and humanity. As a father to my 8 month old son, Asher, I see the world we're building through his eyes. Every algorithm, every digital story, every AI system, every technological advancement must serve not just efficiency, but human flourishing.

Hope Coded represents the intersection of cutting-edge technology and timeless values. It represents MY story. It's about ensuring that as we race toward an AI-powered future, we never lose sight of what makes us human.

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The Hope Group

Bridge the gap between AI innovation and ethical implementation

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Executive AI Strategy

AI and Ethics Trainings + Micro-Credentials

Responsible AI usage Ethical prompt engineering AI in administrative workflows Attendees can earn industry-aligned micro-credentials from The Hope Group via Badgr Certifications are portable and verifiable, supporting upskilling and workforce advancement
Executive AI Strategy

Custom AI Workflows for Organizations

Audit and design of automation systems for small to mid-sized businesses Use of tools like n8n, Zapier, and custom GPTs to: Save time on admin tasks Optimize internal operations Streamline customer engagement Every solution is privacy-conscious and ethically aligned
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Branded AI Assistants / Bots / Tools

Build bespoke AI-powered chatbots or virtual assistants Use cases include: Student support Customer FAQs Internal knowledge bases Ethical guardrails and transparency included in design
Executive AI Strategy

Speaking Engagements & Advisory

Available for: Keynotes at conferences Guest lectures and panels Public sector roundtables and innovation labs Topics include: Ethical AI in Education & Business The Future of Work Building Equitable Tech Pipelines
Executive AI Strategy

Certification and Credentialing Badges

Proud verified issuer through: Credential Engine Badgr Digital credentials offered across multiple tracks (entrepreneurs, educators, marketers, admins, creatives) Participants gain stackable badges to showcase professional development

“Ready to Build Ethical AI With Us?”

Contact: Chris@promotingequity.com

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Trusted By Leaders

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Artists for Humanity
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The Loop Lab

Chris founded The Loop Lab to create the opportunity his mother never had—to become a camerawoman in an industry that shut her out because of racism and sexism. Today, The Loop Lab trains BIPOC creatives in media and tech, turning exclusion into empowerment and legacy into action.

Featured News Coverage

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    WCVB 5 for Good: The Loop Lab provides training to diversify media industry

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    Boston Business Journal: Loop Lab teaches BIPOC youth media arts skills

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    Cambridge Day: Loop Lab inspired by Port neighborhood with $250k startup grant

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    Bay State Banner: Loop Lab to mark seven years with gala

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  • Jaylen Brown wants to create a ‘Black Wall Street in Boston.’ What would that look like?

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Profiles & Interviews

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    Boston University Faculty Profile

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  • Panel discussion at AVIXA Xchange LIVE event with four people seated on stage and a large screen behind them displaying the session title and details.

    AVNation TV: Chris Hope on AVWeek

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    AV Interactive Interview

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    Kendall Square Association: Meet Chris Hope

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Thought Leadership & Articles

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    HopeBuilds on Medium: Storytellers for Social Good

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    HopeBuilds on Medium: From AI to AI Quilting

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    Harvard Divinity News Archive

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Awards & Recognition

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Communicator Award 2025

Series-Student, Excellence 2025

Telly Award 2025

Bronze Winner

Visionary Award 2023

Winner

MTLC Tech 2025

Nomination Top 50

Cambridge Chamber of Commerce 2023

Innovator of the Year Award

Featured Works

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Sponsored by Audible -The New Narrative

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Sponsored by Audible - Books to Bars (Telly Award Winner)

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Audible Dialog (Telly Award Winner)

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Welcome to Loop Lab

Working as a Film Producer

Podcasts

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    iHeartRadio: What's the Risk? with Chris Hope

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    AV Magazine: Making Waves Podcast

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    AVNation Podcast: AVWeek 680, 497, 459

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Media

"Bring ethics into your innovation journey."

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